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Engineering Technician: Gas

Jackson, MI 49201

Posted: 08/27/2024 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Engineering Job Number: 622253 Is job remote?: No Country: United States

Job Description


Pay: $30-35hr

Overview:

The Engineering Technician will have a basic understanding of utility system design and analysis using Computer Aided Design (CAD) and Geographic Information System (GIS) software. Responsibilities include identifying system materials and their applications; preparing work orders; engaging in planning and research; providing field design and support for utility systems; adhering to standard work processes; and applying industry standards. The Engineering Technician will be expected to design a variety of projects, ranging from simple to intermediate complexity, and will frequently coordinate with internal departments, contractors, and leadership to ensure compliance and effective management of project tasks.
  • Utilize CAD software for the creation and modification of technical drawings and designs. Incorporate design changes and revisions into existing plans. Apply utility design and construction standards to ensure compliance. Select appropriate materials and components based on project requirements.
  • Analyze and interoperate industry standards, maps, blueprint drawings, details, survey data, sketches, and project scope requirements. 
  • Plan and consult with internal departments to review project needs, such as specifications, reporting, discuss problems and solutions, task prioritization, coordination, permitting and environmental impacts. 
  • Preparing and updating forms and system application data associated with project work orders.
  • Understand and apply existing department standards, procedures, processes and job aids as related to plans and specifications, maps, images, drawings and related material for projects or other work order application documents.
  • May be required to conduct site visits to collect and verify drawing data, and during construction for support, development, training and general guidance as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned or may be necessary

Skills
  • General proficiency CAD software required, MicroStation V8i or v10, AutoCAD, Open Plant, GIS
  • MS Windows Applications
  • Knowledge in utility operations
  • Ability to solve problems; taking new perspectives using existing computer based solutions
  • Written and Verbal Communication Skills
  • Technical Writing Skills
  • Good interpersonal Skills
  • Project planning and coordination

Education
  • Technical or engineering Associate Degree or applicable years experience required.
  • 2-4 Years experience required, 4-7 years preferred

The staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly, never provide banking information during the application process and always double check the email address of the recruiter to ensure it’s from @theplanetforward.com - and not a domain with an alternative extension like .net, .org or .jobs. Candidate safety is a top priority at Planet Forward.

Planet Forward and The Planet Group of Companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.

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Although this hasn't been an issue at The Planet Group, the staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly and never provide banking information during the application process. Candidate safety is a top priority at The Planet Group.